Why couldn't Noussair Mazraoui play for Manchester United?

Mazraoui was unavailable because Morocco called him up for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and refused to allow him to play in Manchester United's recent match.

Did FIFA support Morocco's decision regarding Mazraoui?

Yes, FIFA sided with Morocco on the release date for the AFCON tournament, upholding their decision concerning Mazraoui's availability.

How did Manchester United handle other AFCON call-ups?

Manchester United reached agreements with Cameroon and Ivory Coast, allowing other AFCON-bound players like Mbeumo and Amad to play in the recent fixture.

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Morocco's AFCON Rule Hurts Man Utd

17 Dec

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Summary

Manchester United frustrated by Morocco's refusal to release Mazraoui.
FIFA sided with Morocco on release date for AFCON tournament.
Man United believes the club is unfairly penalized due to Monday fixture.

Manchester United has voiced its dissatisfaction with Morocco's decision to withhold defender Noussair Mazraoui for the 4-4 draw against Bournemouth on December 15. The 28-year-old was unavailable due to his call-up for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

FIFA had extended the release deadline for players to national squads to December 15, the same day as United's fixture. However, Morocco insisted on Mazraoui joining them earlier. Unlike agreements made with Cameroon and Ivory Coast for Bryan Mbeumo and Amad, Morocco's stance meant Mazraoui could not play.

United officials are reportedly disappointed, feeling the club has been unfairly penalized. Their Monday fixture slot meant Mazraoui trained with the squad last week but had to join Morocco on Sunday night. The defender was replaced by Leny Yoro in the starting lineup.

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